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Marion County Historical Society * P.O. Box 2223 * Indianapolis IN 46206


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Saturday, August 28, 2010 - Dr. Jason Lantzer Presentation

Please join the Marion County Historical Society at the Roberts Park United Methodist Church (401 North Delaware Street, Indianapolis - parking is off Vermont Street) from 1 to 3 pm for a presentation by Dr. Jason Lantzer. Jason Lantzer wrote the biography of the Rev. Edward S. Shumaker, a Methodist minister who led the Indiana branch of the Anti Saloon League from 1907 (he was in charge of the Northern Indiana district starting in 1903) until his death in 1929.

The afternoon will include a book signing and a tour of this historic church. FREE ADMISSION.
Who We Are

The Marion County Historical Society (MCHS) is a non-profit organization that was established in 1961 for all those interested in the history and culture of Marion County, Indiana. It was originally formed to advocate for historically significant architecture in downtown Indianapolis, but it now also includes programs and activities that explore and preserve our local heritage.

What We Do
Through a variety of programs, conferences, grants and publications, MCHS works to develop community awareness of our past and its impact on the present and future. Past programs have included: